School Performance Data Manager

About Ascend

Ascend is Brooklyn’s premier K–12 public charter network, committed to graduating high-achieving students who have access to boundless choice in their futures—not only through college acceptance, but through meaningful preparation for career readiness and thriving adult lives.

Across our schools, we pair rigorous academics with strong systems, supportive adult culture, and a deep belief in students’ brilliance and potential. Our work is grounded in the understanding that preparing students for long-term success requires excellence in instruction, intentional culture-building, and disciplined execution at every level of the organization.

At Ascend, adults are held to high standards because our students deserve nothing less. How we teach, lead, collaborate, and make decisions every day directly shapes the opportunities our students will have tomorrow.

Join us in shaping learning environments where curiosity is nurtured, excellence is the norm, and every student is prepared for a lifetime of boundless choice.

About the Role

As a member of Ascend’s Data Team, the School Performance Data Manager will ensure Ascend’s assessment and grading systems run effectively to produce accurate, actionable data that informs instructional and organizational decisions. This role leads on day-to-day system management and cross-functional coordination, partnering with the Director of School Performance & Analytics to ensure data quality, reliable processes, and effective use of assessment tools. The School Performance Data Manager collaborates across teams , such as with the Publications and Teaching & Learning teams, to ensure assessment systems are set up and used consistently, allowing for accurate reporting and performance insights. This role reports to the Director of School Performance and Analytics as part of the Data Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day data and assessment operations, including monitoring Ascend’s assessment and grading systems, ensuring data quality, accuracy, and reliability
• Manage and support data ticket requests with a high level of accuracy and responsiveness
• Gather and analyze basic data to support decision making, including identifying areas of risk or inefficiencies in assessment set up and grading completion
• Maintain and update internal documentation, including training decks and user guides
• Training schools and other network team members on our data and assessment platforms
• Support cyclical data management and reporting processes as defined by the Director of School Performance & Analytics.

Staff and Reporting Relationships

This role reports to the Director of School Performance and Analytics as part of the Data Team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1-2 years of experience, preferably in an education or tech setting
• Experience with assessment and grading platforms, K-12 student information systems, or general data management systems.
• Intermediate Google Sheets or Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
• Basic familiarity with SQL or Tableau helpful but not required.
• Proven commitment to maintaining data accuracy and integrity.

Traits:

• Meticulous problem-solving and investigative skills, with the ability to identify root cause and propose solutions
• Initiative and adaptability in navigating evolving systems and priorities.
• Committed to continuous learning and eager to expand skills and knowledge.
• Willingness to try, test, and ask questions to prevent data errors and improve processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with focus and flexibility in a dynamic, evolving organizational setting.
• Strong organization and communication skills, with an ability to clearly summarize trends or issues for diverse audiences.

Compensation

The salary will range between $70,000 - $85,000 annually, commensurate with level of experience.

This is a full-time, exempt position that offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Generous paid time off and additional employee benefits

Location & Work Arrangement

• Based in our Brooklyn, NY office
• Hybrid work schedule requiring in-office presence at least three days per week
• Occasional travel between schools to be expected

In-person work expectations include network office time, stakeholder meetings, school visits, special events, and other role-specific responsibilities as determined by management.